Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riviera Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,800 (50 Rentals)

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1232 Laguna St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1232 Laguna St

1232 Laguna StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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708 N Alisos St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

708 N Alisos St

708 N Alisos StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1315 Olive St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1315 Olive St

1315 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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526 E Anapamu St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

526 E Anapamu St

526 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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522-526 E Anapamu St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

522-526 E Anapamu St

522-526 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1620 Garden St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1620 Garden St

1620 Garden StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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522 E Anapamu St
1 Bedroom Apartments

522 E Anapamu St

522 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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610 Maple Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

610 Maple Ave

610 Maple AveSanta Barbara, CA 93103

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1226 Alta Vista Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

1226 Alta Vista Rd

1226 Alta Vista RdSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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503 E Anapamu St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

503 E Anapamu St

503 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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321 E Valerio St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

321 E Valerio St

321 E Valerio StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Arrellaga Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arrellaga Manor

518 E Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1805 Chapala St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1805 Chapala St

1805 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1111 E Cota St
3 Bedroom Apartments

1111 E Cota St

1111 E Cota StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Oak Terrace
Studio Apartments

Oak Terrace

525 E Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1323 Olive St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1323 Olive St

1323 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

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801 E Anapamu St
2 Bedroom Apartments

801 E Anapamu St

801 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1611 Anacapa St
Studio Apartments

1611 Anacapa St

1611 Anacapa StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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16 W Islay St
Studio Apartments

16 W Islay St

16 W Islay StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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323 E Victoria St
Studio Apartments

323 E Victoria St

323 E Victoria StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Villa Pines
Studio Apartments

Villa Pines

733 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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401 E Victoria St
Studio Apartments

401 E Victoria St

401 E Victoria StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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331 E Victoria St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

331 E Victoria St

331 E Victoria StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

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Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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1606 Grand Ave
Studio Apartments

1606 Grand Ave

1606 Grand AveSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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421 Montgomery St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

421 Montgomery St

421 Montgomery StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Plaza Riviera
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza Riviera

835 E Canon Perdido StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Casa Azul
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Azul

535 E Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Park East Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park East Apartments

322-324 E Micheltorena StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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820 E Canon Perdido St
Studio Apartments

820 E Canon Perdido St

820 E Canon Perdido StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Riviera Hills Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riviera Hills Apartments

813 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Sycamore Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Apartments

1120 N Nopal StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1825 State St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1825 State St

1825 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1313 Olive St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1313 Olive St

1313 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1521 Laguna St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1521 Laguna St

1521 Laguna StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1628 State St
Studio Apartments

1628 State St

1628 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

Riviera, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riviera Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,450

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riviera Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riviera Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riviera Apartment is $2,450 at Villa Flores Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.